K-POP New Releases [May 2025]

SOURPATCHHITGS

HITGS(힛지스) ‘SOURPATCH’ MV

HITGS is an up-and-coming girls’ group that captivates with a refreshing musicality and a pure, heartfelt worldview.

The title track from their debut 1st single, “Things We Love : H,” released in April, depicts the complex feelings of teenage love, beautifully blending a dreamlike soundscape with breezy melodies.

Over a groovy 808 bass and punchy drum beats, delicate vocals intertwine to create harmonies that resonate pleasantly.

At the media showcase held on April 28 at the SBS Public Hall, the members’ dynamic performance garnered high praise.

It’s a recommended track for anyone who wants to cherish their innocence while discovering a new self.

Mrs. NailHyunA

현아 (HyunA) – 못 (Mrs. Nail) (Official MV)

This track features an innovative sound that fuses alternative pop and dance.

Released by HyunA on April 30, 2025, it captivates with a powerful rhythm and bold visuals.

The kitschy, glamorous styling—highlighted by trend-forward pieces like a denim cap with a mesh veil and 3D nail art—has also drawn attention.

It’s a song that shines with a powerful, charismatic performance, perfect for fans of dance music.

DARE MEive

DARE ME

As the opening theme for NTV’s April Sunday drama “Dame Mane! — Managing Hopeless Talents —,” IVE sings a comfortable, mid-tempo track.

The message—“love yourself even when things don’t go well”—perfectly matches the self-affirming worldview the group excels at.

This work, IVE’s first drama tie-in and an original Japanese song, will be released in April 2025 and included on their JAPAN 3rd EP scheduled for release in July.

With breezy, shimmering sounds and the members’ dignified vocals, this captivating song is the perfect cheer-up anthem for moments when you lack confidence or want to take a new step forward.

May the TENDERNESS be with you! (feat. KARINA of aespa)JANNABI

잔나비 [JANNABI] – 사랑의이름으로! (feat. 카리나 of aespa) M/V

Jannabi, a skilled Korean indie rock band, will release a collaborative track with Karina from K‑pop group aespa in April 2025.

Featured on the album “Sound of Music Pt.1,” the song beautifully blends a grand orchestral arrangement with Karina’s clear, airy vocals.

It unfolds a world full of warmth and love, resulting in a heartwarming piece that also showcases Jannabi’s signature retro flair.

It seems to have captivated fans at their solo concert “All the Boys and Girls 2025,” held at Jamsil Arena in Seoul.

It’s a perfect song for a quiet night with someone special—or whenever your heart needs a little healing.

Wait On MeKai

KAI 카이 ‘Wait On Me’ MV

An emotional resonance woven from Afrobeats’ refined percussion and synth strings.

This is the title track from Kai—known as EXO’s main dancer—off his 4th mini-album “Wait On Me,” set for release in April 2025.

Centered on the aesthetics of waiting, the song captures the shifting moods of love, featuring delicate vocal work and a powerful performance.

Look out for the striking choreography that expresses “waiting” through fingertip movements, as well as the captivating group formations with ten dancers.

It’s a characteristically polished work from Kai; at the showcase, he’ll perform at the YES24 Live Hall in Gwangjin-gu, Seoul, with the stage streamed online for fans worldwide.

From dance music enthusiasts to lovers of romantic songs, this track is recommended for a wide audience.

Let me goKwon Jin Ah

권진아 Kwon Jin Ah ‘놓아줘 (Let me go)’ Official MV

This is a track from South Korean singer-songwriter Kwon Jin-ah’s album “The Dreamest,” released in April 2025.

It’s a ballad that, alongside delicate piano tones, conveys a heartfelt wish to be freed from a loved one.

Her clear vocals resonate deeply, beautifully expressing the resolve to reclaim one’s true self.

The narrative-style music video portrays the journey from a couple’s first meeting to their breakup with striking visuals, further enriching the song’s world.

Noticed on K-pop Star 3 in 2013 and debuting in 2016, she showcases the maturity of her distinctive vocal prowess in this piece.

It’s a work that comforts those suffering from heartbreak and gives them the courage to take a new step forward.

Drama QueenLOVEONE

LOVEONE (러브원) 2nd Single ‘ Drama Queen ‘ MV

An electrifying electropop tune crafted by LOVEONE, a rising Japan–Korea girls’ group.

Released in April 2025 as their second single, the track blends energetic dance beats with an emotionally rich melody.

Centered on the theme of freedom in self-expression, it resonates strongly with young listeners.

The performance aspect is also a highlight, with leader Yusom taking charge of the staging to showcase the song’s appeal.

They’re also set to appear at EarthProject, an environment-themed event at Canal City Theater in Fukuoka, in June 2025.

A must-listen for anyone seeking fresh music that transcends the boundaries of K-pop.